The archives for Natural History

1. Hanging On

   I love the extra detail that you notice in a photograph that you miss at first glance – in this case the clarity and delicacy of the wings.

   • 19^th Aug 2010
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2. 

   Another Bumblebee on Lavender

   Finally, a photo that may not be perfect, but I can’t think of anything I would change.

   • 6^th Aug 2010
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3. 

   Unnoticed

   Whilst others were looking at owls, I found a rather nice weevil in a farm hedgerow.

   • 12^th Jun 2010
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4. 

   Yellow and Blue

   When planning a photography trip, sometimes it is best to try a few places, and not be too focussed on your initial goal.

   • 2^nd May 2010
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5. 

   Natural History Competition

   When judging a natural history photography competition, you should at least have some knowledge about natural history.

   • 23^rd Jan 2010
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6. 

   Homage to My Macro Lens

   Take advantage of seasonal variations in nature whilst they are available to get some final shots of Summer.

   • 4^th Oct 2009
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7. 

   Timing is everything

   Sometimes the desire to get a shot prevents you from seeing and capturing the next one.

   • 20^th Sep 2009
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8. The Fly – up close and personal

   As well as presenting photo opportunities which you would miss with a DSLR, a well chosen compact camera can also give some amazing close up results.

   • 5^th Sep 2009
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9. Sometimes, it is just about the colour.

   The colour in this picture gives a warmth that almost renders the subject irrelevant.

   • 8^th Aug 2009
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10. 

    Taking your time

    Sometimes you can get sufficient time with a subject to get a really good shot, but you still need to follow the rules and be patient.

    • 3^rd Aug 2009
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11. 

    My problem with Macros

    Sometimes there is a temptation to get too close when armed with a macro lens.

    • 31^st Jul 2009
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12. 

    Bee-utiful

    Bees are often too busy to be able to stop for a photo.

    • 7^th Jun 2009
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